Kids London - February 02, 2009

Crèche Landing

Baby-Friendly Boltholes Family Accommodations

Wanted: the days when ‘pamper’ meant a luxury minibreak, not a receptacle for poo.

Found: Baby-Friendly Boltholes, an online directory-cum-booking service of smart family holiday accommodations in the UK and abroad as selected by travel guru and mother Sian Williams.

From funky farms to boutique hotels and cottages, properties offer parents quality time out while their little luggage is entertained. State the area you plan to visit (Wales, Italy, France, Mauritius) and the kiddie-cons you require (cot, chef, crèche, sitter). Suggestions appear in seconds — like Bruern Cottages & Spa (the nearest to London), where a welcome hamper and under-stairs play space should be enough to entice.

Did someone say bolt?

Baby-Friendly Boltholes (0845 094 9864 or babyfriendlyboltholes.co.uk).

CELEBRATE
Dreamcatcher Bespoke Parties
What: New London-based entertainment company (run by pirates, fairies and wizards) takes kids on a fantastic creative journey crammed with fun and games.
Why: Catch it if you can.
When: Now. DailyCandy subscribers get 10 per cent off parties booked in Feb.
Where: Online at dreamcatcherparties.co.uk.

SING
The Music House for Children’s Music and Dance for Under 5s
What: New series of drop-in sessions introduces little groovers to rhythm and rhyme.
Why: Make some noise.
When: Mon.-Fri. See schedule online.
Where: St. Michael & All Angels Church, The Vicarage, Priory Gdns., W4 1TT; Bush Hall, 310 Uxbridge Rd., W12 7LJ; St. Stephen’s Church, Westbourne Park Rd., W2 5QT; St. Anne & St. Andrew’s Church, Salusbury Rd., NW6 6PG. Information at 020 8932 2652.

INHALE
Transformational Breathing Workshop
What: Parents and children ages 6-12 improve relaxation and concentration with therapist Angela Leake.
Why: Gently does it.
When: Sun., 2-5 p.m.
Where: The Special Yoga Centre, Tay Building, 2a Wrentham Ave., NW10 3HA (020 8968 1900).